1997 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual - Page 31

A CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster thanthe blink of an eye. If you're tooclose to aninflating air bag, it could seriouslyinjure you. Safety belts help keepyou in position beforeand during a crash. Always wearyour safety belt, even with air bags. The driver should sit as far back as possible while stillmaintaining control of the vehicle. AIR BAG There is an air readiness bag light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. A CAUTION: An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children. Always secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, seethe part of this manual called "Children" and the caution label on the right front passenger's safety belt. The system checks theair bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells if there is an electrical you problem. See "Air Bag Readiness Light" in the Index for more information. 1-21